yoshiaki oyabu architects: open architecture

‘open architecture’ by yoshiaki oyabu architects in osaka, japan all images courtesy yoshiaki oyabu architects image © akira itoh

japanese practice yoshiaki oyabu architects has completed ‘open architecture’, a multi-level extension of the public realm in osaka, japan. inserted in the spatial chasm between pre-existing buildings, the design seeks to promote activities and communication between the local inhabitants.

in context image © akira itoh

serving as a multifunctional stage for a variety of events and functions, the project exists in an especially congested residential area of the city. the flanking structures define an irregularly-shaped plot with a three-meter opening to the road. raised on a system of stilts, the structure provides a sheltered and intimate space on the ground level which gives access to a ramp made out of diamond-perforated metal. twisting in on itself on its rise, the project offers a flat wooden deck at the top. neutral in its program, the structure stands as a giant playground for kids which can be transformed to meet the needs of a specific event or function.

front view images © akira itoh

view from ramp image © akira itoh

leading up to the roof level images © akira itoh

roof terrace image © akira itoh

from underneath image © akira itoh

ground level image © akira itoh

ramps at night image © akira itoh

night view from the street image © akira itoh

site map

floor plan / level 0

floor plan / level +1

floor plan / roof level

longitudinal section